A late-night venue has announced the sad news of its closure - less than a year after opening

A west Dorset village has hit out at proposals to close its fire station, warning that it would leave the village 'dangerously exposed'.

Nominations for the new mayor of Bridport have been submitted by the council

Dorset residents now have a new way to tune into life on the land, as a brand-new podcast launches exploring how our county’s farmers, communities and organisations are working together to restore nature and produce local food.

Sarah Ferguson's charity, Sarah's Trust, has announced it will close "for the foreseeable future".

Scott Mills, Molly-Mae Hague and Rag’n’Bone Man are among the stars taking part in The Great Celebrity Bake Off on Channel 4 this year.

Those who received them as a gift are advised to ask the recipient to contact Next as soon as possible.

Work has started to remove a sandbank that formed in the harbour in West Bay that is restricting access for mariners

Temporary traffic lights are continuing to cause issues while driving through a village as roadworks are pushed back again following floods and bad weather

Months of uncertainty have finally come to an end for residents in Lyme Regis as the town’s only pharmacy reopens today

A professional artist who takes inspiration from ‘everyday Bridport’ is sharing its history and says more people should brave painting for fun

Heavy rain is set to hit Dorset today as a weather warning remains in place

Dorset housebuilder Barratt David Wilson Homes is sharing its top tips to help keen home buyers secure their first home in 2026 as part of This New Homes Week (2nd – 8th February).

Ofgem said tougher smart meter rules will come into force from February

The rare coin, which has been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation and features an error that makes it extremely valuable

There is a limit as to how tall a garden fence can be in the UK, with planning permission needed if it goes over a certain height.

Drummer Rupert Brown spoke on BBC Breakfast about how he thought his life was over after being diagnosed with tinnitus

Access for mariners in West Bay has been restricted after a large sand bar has formed in the harbour

Emergency services attended to an incident after a caravan caught fire near Marshwood in a suspected arson attack

A weather warning has been issued as ice is expected to cause disruption across Dorset

People have been warned when walking on the coast as rockfalls and landslips are anticipated after Storm Chandra

The night sky will see a full Moon tonight called the Snow Moon - here's why it will be in the sky, the exact time to expect it and how to see it.

A car park in Bridport in desperate need of repairs has been labelled the worst car park in Dorset, according to a councillor

Members of the public are being warned to not touch any 'unusual' items that wash up after storms, as it may be unexploded ordnance.

Pupils from schools in west Dorset are leading the way in making their school grounds more resilient to climate change through a new project

Here are the top 10 rated restaurants in Dorset according to Google ratings and reviews

Here's all you need to know about the Chideock Martyrs who died for their faith more than 400 years ago

Here is all you need to know about St Swithun's Church in Bridport.

A resident of the United States has been tracing the roots of his grandfather from west Dorset, who he refers to as 'his hero'.

People walking along famous Dorset landmark the Cobb in Lyme Regis may often have wondered why the tiny Granny's Teeth steps exist

Tops Day Nurseries is focusing on building strong foundations for children, instead of solely working on getting them 'school ready'.

Planning permission for a massive retirement complex has been granted after going through an appeal.

Tonight’s National Lottery Lotto winning numbers for Saturday January 31, 2026, have been drawn.

The A35 is currently blocked due to a broken down car and flooding near Winterbourne Abbas

A car has reportedly caught fire on the A35

Parts of Dorset are still dealing with floods after a week of heavy rain from Storm Chandra

James Bond meets Elvis in a spy spoof set to be performed at Wootton Fitzpaine Village Hall

MORE than a hundred homes on the Vearse Farm development at Bridport will be allowed to go ahead before the new Miles Cross roundabout is built.

A person has died on the Weymouth to Waterloo railway line

Flooding continues to cause a disruption for drivers in Dorset this morning

A man says he is “terrified” for his wife’s safety after flooding cut off her care home and left her unable to reach vital dialysis treatment

Dorset schools are announcing that they will close today as a result of flooding fears

There is one week left to have your say on plans to build nearly 100 homes at Parmham Park near Beaminster

Work to restore a public footpath that was closed due to safety concerns has been delayed following bad weather

Safety measures have been put in place on a Dorset beach after a sand shelf formed

Trains were cancelled as emergency services dealt with an incident in Dorset

Police presence in Bridport is to double to tackle concerns in the town

A 27-year-old woman has admitted stealing more than £5000 after receiving an overpayment.

RESIDENTS are being warned to stay vigilant after reports of criminals posing as police officers and bank staff in scam phone calls.

GARDENERS urged to carry out these vital tasks after Storm Chandra to avoid costly repairs, pests and injury